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Saying thanks to our protectors

The Lowell Sun

Updated:
04/26/2013 09:40:27 AM EDT

I read BackTalk faithfully every night, and every time I see a complaint regarding police, I cringe.

After going through this heartbreaking week in Boston, I stand proud of the men and women who put their lives on the line for us citizens every day. They are surely the wind beneath our wings. Because of them, we can sleep at night, we can feel safe on our roads and we can breathe a sigh of relief whenever we read of the apprehension of a criminal in our neighborhood.

To these servants I say "thanks." You are definitely our baby-sitters and our watchdogs. How many sacrifices do you make for us? Too many to mention. I, for one, do appreciate the weekends when you have to work instead of spending time with your loved ones. I know you are paid for this time, but money isn't everything, and in light of what just happened in Boston, family comes first and foremost.

Take a bow and know that although it isn't mentioned enough, your community does appreciate you."

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